Meditation is natural, easy to learn and safe. It continuously focuses the mind on a single point of reference. This chapter addresses the Transcendental Meditation&REG; (TM&REG;) technique. With practice, Meditation empties the mind thoughts creating many benefits:

The Transcendental Meditation&REG; (TM&REG;) technique is a simple, natural,
effortless procedure whereby the mind easily and naturally arrives at the source of all
thought – transcendental consciousness – pure consciousness, which is the source of all
creative processes.

Maharishi Mahesh Yogi introduced the Transcendental Meditation technique almost 40
years ago. He is now introducing total knowledge of natural law for everyone to spontaneously
think and act according to natural law, so that no one creates suffering in life.

TM is practiced for 15-20 minutes in both the morning and evening, while sitting
comfortably with eyes closed. During the technique, the mind and body settle down and
experience a unique state of restful alertness. As the body becomes deeply relaxed, the mind
transcends all mental activity to experience the simplest form of awareness – transcendental
consciousness – where consciousness is open to itself. This is the self-referral state of
consciousness.

The Transcendental Meditation technique is scientific, requiring neither specific
beliefs nor adoption of a particular lifestyle. The practice does not involve any effort or
concentration. It is easy to learn and does not require any special ability. People of all
ages, educational backgrounds, cultures and religions, in countries throughout the world,
practice the technique and enjoy its wide range of benefits.